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Use the happy-faced Finder to locate documents and files

Screenshots - Getting Started - More Information

Screenshots

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Parts of the Finder window
How do I make a folder?
Making your own shortcuts on the Sidebar
Customizing the Sidebar



Getting Started

  • Use the Finder like you would use "My Documents" or "My Computer" on the PC
  • Need a Finder window? Click the happy-face Finder icon in the dock.
  • Need an extra Finder window? If you are already working in Finder, key in Command-N for a new Finder window (Which key is Command??}
  • The Finder's sidebar (on the left of the Finder window) has shortcuts to various folders
  • Renaming files or folders: Click once on the name, pause, then click again



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